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Week 3, Day 1 of training. I started my OJT today and it got a little too crazy. I have so much to learn and I’m not gonna lie, it’s mentally draining. There were moments when I was questioning myself, asking if I could do this job. Anyway, I powered through the difficult times and managed to get through the day with my trainer next to me. Tomorrow will be my second day working live. It will be another interesting day.

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Week 2, Day 1 of training. Training was in HQ downtown. I had to drive on the HWY again, but it wasn’t too bad even though it’s been 7 days since I drove on it. I was a little nervous, but after awhile, I was like, shit, I can do this everyday! 😂😅

So training was ok. Customer service, computer work, and how to count money was the topic today. You’d think counting money is easy, but NOT TODAY apparently. 😂 I’ve worked at HEB for 2 years as a cashier, never made mistakes when it comes to handling money, but I was making a lot when I did the demo today. What the actual F?! It was kind of embarrassing, but I managed to get it together after the last count. 😅 My trainer was actually pretty cool. I told her the way I counted money at my old workplace was very different to how they want it done at my new job. I would count twenty’s by 1-5 and that’s 100 and then I would set it aside and count another 100, so on and so forth. Just making a mental note basically for myself. I never had to actually count it out loud. I should have made that into a habit! Too late now 😂 anyway, It threw me off a little bit because that’s how I’ve always done it, but obviously, I’m in a different workplace now so I have to do it their way. I have another chance tomorrow. Hopefully I’ll do good. Ai!

The drive home was not bad. I didn’t get lost this time. I learned from my mistake the last time. It went smooth except for when I went out the wrong way out the garage. I feel more confident every time I go on the HWY. This job has really pushed me to do things that I don’t like to do. Im really glad. Anyway, here is my outfit and they are all from shein except for the bag. Black and white. I was going to brave it and wear my heels, but opted against it. I didn’t want to feel pain while I was Downtown. 😅 Maybe tomorrow.

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Today was my third day at my new job. So much coursework to do. My brain is fried, sitting in front of the computer taking lessons after lessons, quiz after quiz 😭 but I got most of my certificates that are due this September. My co-workers are awesome. I learned that they’ve been together for so long! Like decades of working together. I feel like an outsider, but my managers made me feel so welcome. I just can’t believe it. How did I get into their amazing world? Lol. To be honest, when I did the in-house interview, I didn’t really expect much of it. I didn’t think they would take me in. Little old me… how on earth? I still can’t believe it. Anyway, they have been treating me like I’m part of their circle already. I still can’t believe my luck. Of course everything is not perfect, but it’s a me problem. lol. This 9-5 is crazy. I hope I will get used to it coz if God is willing I want to be in this place forever.

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Bathroom selfie. The bank’s HQ downtown is so beautiful. Our break room is like a 5 star hotel lounge 😅 I couldn’t believe I was there. What was little old me doing in a place like that? 😅 I keep thinking I was having a dream and I was going to wake up any minute. Anyway, I do know that at some point, I’m gonna have to learn some serious stuff, but for now I just want to feel the excitement. Today was truly amazing. I had a great day even though the drive to and from DT was a little nerve wracking. I got lost on my way home 😂😂😂. That feeling when GPS says, “recalculating”. 😅 I do feel guilty sometimes and wonder what I have done to deserve this? To receive such an amazing opportunity. I’m very grateful for this new experience.

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People: how hard is it to be a cashier? You’re just scanning groceries. It doesn’t take a genius to scan anything…

Cashiers: how about you do it? Can you beat number goals? Memorize produce codes, make sure all payments go through, process checks, make sure there are no walk outs amidst all the craziness at check out… Try it since it’s so freakin’ easy. 🤭

It’s a lot harder than in looks. I’m grateful for the experience. 🙂 be kind to your cashiers, they’re not after your money, and if your coupons don’t work, that’s because you didn’t read the fine prints, it’s not their fault, okay? 😁

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Outfit of the day. The jeans and tank top are from Shein ❤️ I live in this style. :) the shoes are from keds! 😊

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Feeling bad about everything…!!!